Tronende vrouw en twee musicerende figuren bij een vaas 1687 - 1725

This is a print made by Lorenz Beger in Germany in the late 17th or early 18th century. The image presents a design for a decorative panel, filled with classical motifs. Looking closely, one can see a woman on a throne accompanied by two figures playing musical instruments beside a vase. But note how the design also incorporates winged figures and elaborate ornamentation. In its time, this print would have been a source of inspiration for artisans and craftsmen. The print reflects the taste for classical themes that was prevalent in European art and design during the Baroque period. It’s also an interesting document of the art world in a period when prints were becoming increasingly important as a means of disseminating artistic ideas. Further research into Beger's career and the patronage system in Germany at the time would help us better understand the social conditions that shaped this print's creation.